Radio Announcer
The radio airwaves in this province play host to many individual announcers. For many they’re the first voice you hear when you wake up. Over the years, they've become your friends and, in an odd sort of way, they are like part of your family. There were many ballots cast in this category but when all the votes were tallied, there were a few who came out on top. 
Avalon: Two of the OZ FM’s Dawn Patrol take gold and silver respectively in this region. Randy Snow edges past Debra Birmingham to take gold this year. Mike Campbell takes home bronze this year. 
Off the Avalon: Gander’s Mike Hibbs collects the most votes for a first-place finish. Fred Drodge in Marystown takes home a second-place finish. While, third place is awarded to Paul Raines. 
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Musical Group
From kitchen parties to folk festivals, national television programs to high-profiles record labels, this province is home to many talented musicians. The next time you wish to be entertained in fine style, give one of our Best of winners a listen. 
Avalon: Great Big Sea are a household name across the country and are starting to make waves south of the border. No doubt their high energy and great lyrics helped them lock into first place on the ballot. Signed onto the Warner Label, The Ennis Sisters sang their way into second spot on the ballot. Sitting in third place are the Punters. 
Off the Avalon: The winners list doesn’t change much as you go across the province. Great Big Sea sits in first, The Ennis Sisters in second and Celtic Connection from the province’s Southern Shore takes home third-place honours.
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Live Theatre
Just to skim the surface, Jody Richardson starred in the national debut of Rent, Tina Maddigan starred in Momma Mia. Then there’s Robert Joy, Gordon Pinsent, etc. Some of our country's top actors got their start on stage in Newfoundland. 
Avalon: For the best in live theatre, voters in this category suggest St. John’s Players is the best. Rising Tide Theatre acts their way into second place. Third place is awarded to the LSPU Hall. 
Off the Avalon: For the best in live theatre, Best of voters suggest the place to head is the Arts and Culture Centre. And Avion Players collected the rest of the votes for a silver performance. 
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Theatre
Whether it’s live performances or the latest hot movie, voters in this category have their definite favourites. 
Avalon: The Arts and Culture Centre takes home the winners trophy this year. The LSPU Hall sits in second place and Studio 12 at the Avalon Mall is awarded third place. 
Off the Avalon: There were no votes cast from this region. 
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TV Program
There is an endless array of television programs to choose from these days. Everything from daytime dramas, news programs, reality shows to sitcoms. Whatever your interest, you’re bound to find something to satisfy your tastes. 
Avalon: In this region, voters cast enough ballots to enable the NTV News to come out on top. Second place goes to the reality-based program Survivor. While Friends settles in to the third-place position.
Off the Avalon: Programs faired a little different in this region. Survivor takes the top spot with NTV News settling into second place and Here and Now taking home the third and final spot on the ballot.
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